HISTORY
From Alexander McQueen’s early post-Central Saint Martins period, this Fall/Winter 1996 set sits within a body of work where romance is never purely romantic. McQueen’s use of lace during this era carries a duality; delicacy intertwined with tension, fragility contrasted by control.
Where traditional lace suggests softness or femininity, McQueen reframes it as something charged: sheer, exposing, and slightly confrontational. The silhouette remains restrained a classic blouse and elongated skirt but the transparency and texture introduce a subtle unease, a signature of his early collections.
This is McQueen before full theatrical excess still intimate, but already psychologically loaded.
DETAILS
Two-piece lace set:
- Long-sleeve button-up blouse with pointed collar
- Sheer floral lace construction
- Scalloped edges at hem and cuffs
- Matching high-waisted skirt
- Slim, elongated silhouette with soft drape
- Coordinated lace pattern across both garments
Made in Italy.
COMPOSITION
Lace (likely nylon / viscose blend typical of mid-90s construction)
SIZING
No marked size
Fits Small–Medium depending on desired fit
CONDITION
Very good vintage condition
- Light, natural wear consistent with age
- Lace remains structurally intact
Pink
Nylon
1990-1999
7/10
Laan Amsterdam
Alexander McQueen
Fall/Winter 1996 Floral Lace Two-Piece Set
$3,358 USD
Worldwide 3-10 day shipping, final sale.
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HISTORY
From Alexander McQueen’s early post-Central Saint Martins period, this Fall/Winter 1996 set sits within a body of work where romance is never purely romantic. McQueen’s use of lace during this era carries a duality; delicacy intertwined with tension, fragility contrasted by control.
Where traditional lace suggests softness or femininity, McQueen reframes it as something charged: sheer, exposing, and slightly confrontational. The silhouette remains restrained a classic blouse and elongated skirt but the transparency and texture introduce a subtle unease, a signature of his early collections.
This is McQueen before full theatrical excess still intimate, but already psychologically loaded.
DETAILS
Two-piece lace set:
- Long-sleeve button-up blouse with pointed collar
- Sheer floral lace construction
- Scalloped edges at hem and cuffs
- Matching high-waisted skirt
- Slim, elongated silhouette with soft drape
- Coordinated lace pattern across both garments
Made in Italy.
COMPOSITION
Lace (likely nylon / viscose blend typical of mid-90s construction)
SIZING
No marked size
Fits Small–Medium depending on desired fit
CONDITION
Very good vintage condition
